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Brazos Electric Power Cooperative · 3 weeks ago

Engineer- Transmission System Planning

Waco, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$85K/yr - $112K/yr

Brazos Electric Power Cooperative is seeking a Transmission System Planning Engineer to play a critical role in ensuring the reliable planning, operation, and long-term strength of their transmission system. This position involves engineering analysis, system reliability, and collaboration with stakeholders to address complex grid challenges.

Customer ServiceElectrical DistributionEnergyPower GridService Industry

Responsibilities

Perform steady-state and dynamic transmission system studies using PSSE and/or PowerWorld with ERCOT-approved models

Analyze simulated and real-world system performance to identify current and future reliability needs

Conduct operational, contingency, generation interconnection, and large-load impact studies

Develop technically sound recommendations to address system constraints and future growth

Prepare annual near-term and long-term transmission planning assessments in compliance with NERC Reliability Standards, ERCOT protocols, and Brazos Planning Procedures

Support regulatory and planning filings, including the FERC Form 715

Develop and maintain a Five-Year Construction Work Plan, including system improvements and member extension projects

Develop a comprehensive five-year transmission budget based on system study results

Prepare a five-year member extension budget using input from Brazos’ member cooperatives

Prepare and submit transmission model updates in accordance with ERCOT protocols

Participate in ERCOT committees, working groups, and task forces related to transmission planning and system operations

Qualification

Transmission PlanningSystem AnalysisPSSEPowerWorldNERC ComplianceERCOT CoordinationBudgetingForecastingCollaboration

Required